Nigerian singer and DMW boss, Davido sets to donate the whooping sum of N250million to orphanages across Nigeria.
Days after raising over 180 million naira in his Wema bank account, the ‘Jowo’ crooner released a statement which reads;
“I wish to express my sincere gratitude to my friends, colleagues, fans, and the public for
the generous expressions of love in recent days. In my usual playful manner.
I requested a few days ago that my friends and colleagues send money in celebration of my birthday. Response and outcome exceeded my expectations, as I received about
NGN 200.000.000.00 in less than two days.
I truly appreciate everyone who donated their hard-earned funds and I am very thankful for your generosity.
I have always been passionate about giving back and helping people.
Given this, I am delighted to announce that all the funds received, totaling NGN 200.000.000.00. will be donated to orphanages across Nigeria as well as the Paroche foundation.
In addition, I will be making a personal donation of NGN 50 000.000.00, bringing the total amount to NGN 250.000.000.00
To oversee the distribution of funds to beneficiaries, I have established a five-person Disbursement Committee. Members of the committee include:
1. Mrs. Titi Adebayo-chairman of the committee
2. Professor Jonathan Nwosi secretary to the committee
3. Professor Yahana Joel Asabe of the Northem Nigeria Seventh Day Adventist Union
Conference,
4. Pastor (Dr) Oyalabu of Spring Time Development Foundation (SDF).
5. Professor Uloma Onuoha
The committee will compile a list of orphanages across Nigeria. They will determine
the number of children and their needs at each orphanage and then divide the funds
accordingly.
The committee will also determine the portion of the money that will be
donated to the Paroche foundation.
To maintain transparency, the committee will make public the names of the beneficiary orphanages and how much each will receive
A list of all beneficiaries and their verified account details will be submitted to
Wema Bank, who will then be instructed to credit each beneficiary account.
My goal is to do this fundraising every year to celebrate my birthday and give back to
people in need.
I hope that my friends, fans, colleagues in the industry, and the public will continue to support, me as I drive this cause.
Once again. 1 express my sincere gratitude to my friends, colleagues, fans, and everyone that made this possible. God blesses you all.
We rise by lifting others.”
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